Etorki is a sheep's milk cheese that is similarly made according to a 4,000 years old cheese-making tradition of the French Pyrenees region, but is more supple and close textured. The milk comes from small flocks of black or red-faced Manech sheep and is only made from late December to mid July.
Etorki is a flat wheel-shaped cheese with reddish-brown, thin, natural rind made from ewe's milk. Etorki has a bright yellow interior, rich texture and a nutty finish. Etorki cheese is matured from 3 to 6 months
Etorki is oily with butterfat, yet firm and supple with a burnt caramel sweetness and a creamy texture. It has a mildly sweet flavor and is excellent as a snack or for grating and melting purposes.
In order to comply with US FDA regulation for export to the USA the maturation of this cheese has been extended to over 60 days.